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Redefining socio-familial conflict and the Individual in the selected Plays of Mahesh Dattani
Authors
Kirti Soni
Abstract
This study explores the nuanced portrayal of
socio-familial conflict and the individual’s identity in the selected plays of
Mahesh Dattani, a prominent Indian playwright known for addressing marginalized
voices within the family and society. Against the backdrop of traditional
Indian socio-cultural norms, the research investigates how Dattani redefines
family dynamics and individual agency, challenging conventional perceptions of
conflict and selfhood. Employing qualitative literary analysis, the study
closely examines key plays such as Final Solutions, Dance like a Man, and Tara,
focusing on character interactions, dialogues, and narrative structures to
reveal underlying themes of gender, sexuality, caste, and psychological trauma.
The findings highlight Dattani’s critical intervention in representing
socio-familial tensions not merely as interpersonal disputes but as reflections
of broader societal issues that affect identity formation. This research
concludes that Dattani’s dramaturgy offers a transformative perspective that
reshapes the understanding of the individual within the socio-familial matrix,
emphasizing the interplay between personal autonomy and socio-cultural
constraints. The implications underscore the relevance of his works in
contemporary discourses on family, identity politics, and social justice in
Indian theatre and beyond.
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Pages:16-20
How to cite this article:
Kirti Soni "Redefining socio-familial conflict and the Individual in the selected Plays of Mahesh Dattani". World Journal of Current Research, Vol 1, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 16-20
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